Clowes Developments has submitted a planning application to South Derbyshire District Council for a major development on Plot 11 at Dove Valley Park in Foston, Derbyshire. The proposal includes two industrial, warehouse, and distribution units totalling 542,000 sq ft.

The proposed development is being brought forward for an as-yet unnamed occupier, marking another significant investment in one of the region’s most established logistics parks.

The planning submission reinforces Clowes’ commitment to providing high-quality industrial and logistics space in the Midlands. Earthworks are already progressing under an existing consent to prepare the site for construction, following previous approval.

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Marc Freeman, Development Director at Clowes Developments, commented: “Dove Valley Park continues to attract strong interest from a range of high-profile national and international operators. This planning submission for two units totalling over half a million sq ft demonstrates our ongoing confidence in the site and its strategic location."

In addition to the main industrial units, Clowes has also submitted a revision to the proposed Innovation Centre for the park. The facility is designed to serve as a central hub for all businesses in the local vicinity and will include:

• Space for gatherings and informal meetings.

• Access to external amenity areas.

• A café/restaurant.

The Innovation Centre is also intended to serve as a place for start-up businesses and is being developed in consultation with The University of Derby.